Banquet Chef: Lead High-Volume Event Kitchen & Team

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Overtime pay

Kitchen facilities access

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Banquet Chef to lead the banquet kitchen for weddings, conferences, and large events. You will work with the Head Chef and event team to ensure consistent, exceptional dishes while managing staff and ensuring hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate brings proven banquet experience, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a busy event environment. The role offers a competitive salary, career growth, and access to a well-equipped kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Banquet Chef or similar in high-volume catering or hotel settings.
• Knowledge of banquet menu planning, food costing, and large-group prep.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes for banquets and large events according to recipes and standards.
• Manage banquet kitchen operations, station management, and timely service.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and receiving of banquet supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Food safety

High-volume catering

Event coordination

Education

Culinary diploma

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Banquet Chef to lead the banquet kitchen for weddings, conferences, and large events. You will work with the Head Chef and event team to ensure consistent, exceptional dishes while managing staff and ensuring hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate brings proven banquet experience, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a busy event environment. The role offers a competitive salary, career growth, and access to a well-equipped kitchen.